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OpenAI launches $4.50 ChatGPT go plan in Indonesia after India debut
OpenAI is expanding its lower-cost ChatGPT subscription tier, bringing the ChatGPT Go plan to Indonesia just weeks after its debut in India. Priced at Rp75,000 (around $4.50) per month, the…
iOS 26.1 beta 1 brings small ui tweaks and wider ai language support
Apple has rolled out the first developer beta of iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1, just a week after the public launch of iOS 26. While the update doesn’t introduce sweeping…
Gemini AI arrives on Google TV with tcl’s flagship QM9k series
Google is bringing its Gemini AI assistant to the living room, starting with TCL’s flagship QM9K TVs. The rollout marks the first time Gemini has been fully integrated into Google…
Nvidia to invest up to $100b in OpenAI with new compute partnership
Nvidia and OpenAI have announced a sweeping partnership that pairs money with massive computing power, underscoring the escalating costs and scale of AI development. Under the agreement, OpenAI will build…
Apple starts beta cycle for iOS 26.1, iPados 26.1, and other platforms
Just a week after releasing its 26th generation of operating systems, Apple has rolled out the first developer betas for iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, macOS 26.1 Tahoe, watchOS 26.1, tvOS…
New Mediatek Dimensity 9500 challenges Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 in flagship phones
MediaTek has unveiled the Dimensity 9500, its most powerful mobile processor yet, designed to go head-to-head with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. The new flagship chipset pushes performance past…
Durability test finds iPhone 17 Pro’s sharp edges more prone to scratches
Apple’s iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max are drawing attention for how their finishes hold up to everyday use, particularly around the camera bump. Tests suggest the anodized aluminum…
Montblanc launches $905 digital paper tablet with luxury-first design
Montblanc, best known for its luxury pens and leather goods, is entering the e-ink notepad space with a decidedly high-end approach. The newly announced Montblanc Digital Paper is a $905…
Huawei Watch GT 6 series launches in UAE with 21-day battery life and advanced sports tracking
Huawei has opened pre-orders in the UAE for its new HUAWEI Watch GT 6 series, introduced globally last week at the company’s “Ride the Wind” event in Paris. The lineup…
Honor and Alibaba partner to build AI-driven cloud-device ecosystem
HONOR and Alibaba have announced a major partnership aimed at integrating AI across devices and cloud services, underscoring how Chinese tech companies are aligning to shape the next phase of…
Samsung launches Galaxy Tab s11 Series in UAE with AI-powered productivity tools
Samsung has launched the Galaxy Tab S11 series in the UAE, introducing its thinnest tablets to date while putting a strong focus on AI-driven productivity and creative tools. The lineup…
Instagram expands AI-powered teen protections
Instagram is expanding its AI-driven safety tools for young users, bringing its Teen Account protections to other countries, beginning with Canada after an earlier rollout in the U.S. The update…
Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook could arrive in 2026 or 2027
Rumors of a touchscreen MacBook have circulated for years, but reports now suggest Apple is finally preparing to bring one to market. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently stated that a MacBook…
Nothing phone (3) update brings sharper zoom, better video, and improved battery life
Nothing has started rolling out a new software update for the Nothing Phone (3), bringing improvements to the camera system, battery efficiency, and overall stability. The update, labeled Nothing OS…
HONOR X7d Gg launches in Saudi Arabia with big battery and AI features
HONOR has added another mid-range option to its smartphone lineup with the launch of the HONOR X7d 5G, a device that focuses heavily on durability and long battery life while…
Geely launches Starray 4WD SUV in the UAE with off-road capability
Geely has introduced the Starray 4WD in the UAE, expanding its SUV lineup with a model designed to balance everyday comfort with all-terrain capability. Distributed locally by AGMC, the new…
OpenAI is reportedly working on AI hardware, from wearables to smart speakers
OpenAI’s acquisition of Jony Ive’s design firm earlier this year sparked speculation that the company was preparing to move beyond software and into dedicated AI devices. Now, reports suggest those…
du 5G+ launches in the UAE with faster speeds and lower latency
du has introduced 5G+ in the UAE, positioning it as the next stage in its 5G rollout. Built on the 5G-Advanced standard, the network promises up to twice the speed…